Denmark: FLSmidth’s revenue for its cement division has risen by 10% year–on-year to Euro576m in 2016 from Euro526m in 2015. Its order intake rose by 63% to Euro615m from Euro377m. The equipment manufacture said that orders had picked up in the second half of 2016. Although it added that the market for new cement capacity remains largely unchanged with supply outweighing demand on a global level. Overall, both order intake and revenue declined for the company as a whole in 2016.
"After a weak first half, activity picked up, finishing the year on a strong note. Rising commodity prices positively impacted sentiment in the mining industry in 2016, although it has yet to translate into higher capital investments. The cement industry is showing early signs of recovery," said Group chief executive officer Thomas Schulz.